Jacinta
Exercise Physiologist
Jacinta has over 11 years of clinical experience across all neurological conditions with special interest in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND level 1 from ARC Rehab Sydney) and Parkinsons Disease (certified in the LSVT® BIG program). Her extensive knowledge and high level of clinical skills allows her to develop individualised exercise programs to optimise functional independence and allow people to become more involved in the things they love.
Jacinta demonstrates the energy and creativity required to work with adolescent populations but also enjoys supporting our older population in healthy aging. She thoroughly enjoys using hydrotherapy as an exercise tool and the benefits clients see working in this antigravity environment. Jacinta’s treatment approach is to make exercise enjoyable and foster self-confidence through education and achievable exercise.
She has shared her knowledge and skills by supervising practicum students as well as lecturing in exercise prescription for neurological conditions at the University of New England. She is a part of External Advisory Group for Exercise and Sport Science at James Cook University. At present, she spends time supporting research from the University of Queensland aiming to help people with moderate to profound disabilities to become more physically active.
Jacinta’s skills and expertise are:
- Neurological rehabilitation (Functional Neurological Disorder, Parkinsons Disease, Guillain Barre Syndrome, Stroke, Brain injury/Concussion Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic Pain)
- Paediatric and adolescent rehabilitation (Autism and Aspergers, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular dystrophies)
- Exercise prescription for cancer
- Exercise prescription for mental health conditions (Schizophrenia,
- Hydrotherapy including swimming
- Cycling assessments and re-training
- Sports re-training/re-integration for recreational activities
- Lifestyle and behaviour modification for long-term change
- Clinical education and student supervision
- Service leadership and development
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